Massicot
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmæsɪkəʊ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Massicot is a noun meaning (chemistry) lead monoxide, PbO, obtained as a yellow amorphous powder, the fused and crystalline form of which is called litharge; lead ocher. It is used as a pigment; also, lead oxide yellow, as opposed to red lead, which is lead tetroxide Pb₃O₄.
Meaning
(chemistry) lead monoxide, PbO, obtained as a yellow amorphous powder, the fused and crystalline form of which is called litharge; lead ocher. It is used as a pigment; also, lead oxide yellow, as opposed to red lead, which is lead tetroxide Pb₃O₄.
Example Sentences
Besides orpiment, already referred to, one occasionally gets mention of massicot, a yellow lead paint.
Word Forms
- massicots
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include litharge, potelot, pyromorphite, pekoite, lithopone, pottsite.
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